Ask a Vet: Does Trifexis Really Kill Dogs?
This article is straight from Dogster.com A while ago I was speaking with my editor at Dogster. I mentioned that I would like to write a piece on canine Internet rumors and how to detect them. These rumors are common. They also have a great deal in common with each other. Most canine Internet rumors […]
Preventives – Heart worms, Fleas & Ticks
I continue to mention to all puppy owners that I come in contact with that I don’t recommend Trifexis because of all the bad publicity I have heard associated with it. In my research and reading through this article it leads you to think there is not a direct link to all the complaints against […]
Tear & Saliva Stain Solution
I truly believe that for some Maltese some just stain more than others and no matter what you try you aren’t going to stop the staining. If you are dedicated I feel you can reduce the stain by cleaning the face several times a day but for some, they may never totally overcome it. Red […]
Food and More
While there are so many food options to choose from I try to pick a higher end food line that gives my pets complete nutrition and also being mindful of ingredients that are likely to cause allergies. Over the 20 plus years of breeding I have fed Royal Canin, Nutrisource and now Pawtree. I decided […]
Trimming Nails
I am a self taught groomer for my Maltese and by no means am I a professional. If I can do it then so can you. I think back at how I used to play with baby dolls and Barbie Dolls and how many times I would cut their hair and ruin it. Grooming a […]
Pet Fooled
If you want to learn more about pet foods I encourage you to watch this video. I found it on Amazon Prime and if you watch it with commercials there is no charge for the movie.
Titer Test
What are titers for immunizations? A titer test is a measure of the antibodies in the blood, providing a check of disease immunity. The results of a titer test then allow a clinician to determine whether a vaccination is required. A titer test involves a simple blood draw. How long is a titer test good […]
A Possible Solution for Tear Stains
After many years of breeding Maltese I determined that I have never come across a true fix for tear staining. I have tried Angel Eyes, Eye Envy, used and still use stainless steel bowls, filtered water however I have never used distilled water so I can’t count that one out yet. I have talked to […]
Harmful Household Items
Common household items that are harmful to your dog: Acetaminophen Antifreeze and other car fluids Boric acid Deodorants Deodorizers Detergents De-icing salts Disinfectants Drain cleaners Furniture polish Gasoline Hair colorings Weed killers Insecticides Kerosene Matches Mothballs Nail polish and remover Paint Prescription and non-prescription medicine Rat Poison Rubbing alcohol Shoe polish Sleeping pills Snail or […]
Pigment
Just because your dog has some lemon or buff color on the coat does not mean your dog is not a purebred Maltese, although any other colors would definitely be a sign that your pet is not a purebred Maltese. Some breeders actually feel that the sign of lemon/buff in the coat as a puppy […]
